Job DescriptionWHAT WILL YOU DO?Join our Summer Analyst Program and make a real impact on the future of Capital Markets. You'll work on meaningful projects that shape how we serve clients - from building intelligent trading systems to developing data pipelines that power our decision-making. Alongside experienced technologists, you'll design, develop, and deploy tools that matter.
This isn't a passive learning experience. You'll own real deliverables in a collaborative project team setting, guided by RBC Capital Markets' lead architects and technologists. You'll gain hands-on exposure to cutting-edge technologies including machine learning, data engineering, cloud infrastructure, and algorithmic trading systems. Dedicated mentoring sessions with business-aligned technology leaders will deepen your understanding of how technology drives client value across trading, risk management, and market operations.
Beyond the work itself, you'll network with peers across Capital Markets through social events and skill-building sessions, building relationships that often lead to full-time opportunities.
You'll have the opportunity to contribute to one or more of these areas:
- Architecture - Shape the foundational systems that power modern capital markets
- eTrading & Algorithmic Trading Technology - Work on platforms that execute trades at scale with intelligence and precision
- Commodities & Futures Technology - Apply data science and automation to commodity markets
- Equities Technology - Leverage machine learning to enhance equity trading and market intelligence
- Market Data Operations and Engineering - Build systems that aggregate, process, and deliver critical market data
- Fixed Income & Currencies Technology - Develop analytical tools and trading systems for global markets
- AI & Machine Learning Engineering - Build predictive models, develop recommendation systems, and optimize trading algorithms
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?We seek talented individuals with intellectual curiosity, a drive to solve complex problems, and the energy to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You should be confident in your abilities while remaining eager to learn, collaborate, and push boundaries.
Successful candidates will be evaluated on individual merit. We're looking for:
Essential qualifications:- Entering the final year of a four-year college or university program or enrolled in a relevant master's program (anticipating graduation Winter 2027 or Spring 2028)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated interest in technology, financial markets, or both
- History of academic excellence
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Preferably pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Data Science or Business Analytics
Valuable experience and skills (the more, the better):- Programming: Python, Java, C#, C/C++, or Scala; familiarity with frameworks like .NET or J2EE
- Data Science & AI: Experience with machine learning libraries, statistical modeling, or predictive analytics
- Data Engineering: SQL and/or NoSQL databases; ETL pipeline development; familiarity with tools like Spark or Kafka
- Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, or GCP; containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Software Engineering: Version control (Git), testing frameworks, agile methodologies
- Systems & DevOps: Linux/Unix administration, CI/CD pipelines
- Financial acumen: Understanding of markets, trading concepts, or financial products
- Business Analysis: Requirements gathering and cross-functional collaboration
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?- Hands-on mentorship from experienced technologists and emerging AI practitioners working on real problems
- Exposure to diverse domains within Capital Markets
- Tangible impact - your work directly influences how RBC serves institutional clients
- Career acceleration - Summer Analysts often transition into full-time roles with accelerated progression
- Skill development in high-demand areas including machine learning, cloud platforms, and modern software engineering
- Network within one of the world's leading investment banks
- Culture of innovation where we challenge conventions and embrace emerging technologies
From this experience you would gain:
- Direct exposure and hands-on experience including opportunities to do challenging work
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Opportunity to connect with different Capital Markets businesses
- Ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Training including orientation sessions as well as an in-class curriculum and regular information sessions with key business leaders
The good-faith expected salary for the above position is $110,000 annualized depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This position is non-exempt and paid at the equivalent hourly rate.
Job SkillsAdditional Job DetailsAddress:GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITY
City:Jersey City
Country:United States of America
Work hours/week:40
Employment Type:Full time
Platform:CAPITAL MARKETS
Job Type:Student/Coop (Fixed Term)
Pay Type:Salaried
Posted Date:2026-09-15
Application Deadline:Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.
